Prophetstown Finalizes Purchase of Parking Lot on Short Street
The Subway parking lot purchase, a proposal to move Light Up the Park to a new location, and various city events were discussed at the Prophetstown City Council meeting on Tuesday, August 11th.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events Announced for Eight Locations This Fall
Springfield – Illinois EPA Director James Jennings has announced Fall Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) one-day collection events that will be held in eight communities throughout Illinois.
Obituary-Charles F. Black
Charles Fredrick Black, 89, of Hillsdale, IL, died Thursday, August 13, 2026 at home in Silvis, where he recently resided.
New Flags for a New School Year in Morrison
American Legion Post 328 of Morrison always jumps at the chance to support the community and share their pride in the American flag.
Whiteside County Surplus Property Online Auction
Whiteside County, as Trustee, has completed their tax deed proceedings on real estate properties that were delinquent for 2022 and mobile homes that were delinquent for 2023, and prior real estate taxes.
Morrison Garden Club’s Featured Garden for August
Morrison Garden Club has awarded the August 2026 featured Garden of the Month to Shaylyn Wescott. Take a drive by 13044 Locust and see what she has created in her yard in one season!
llinois Retail Merchants Association to Host First-Ever Illinois Best Bagger Competition
The Illinois Retail Merchants Association will host the first-ever Illinois Best Bagger Competition on Monday, August 17th at 10 a.m. at the Reisch Pavilion at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield.
Tractor Drive in Whiteside County on Monday
The Whiteside County Farm Bureau’s 18th Annual Tractor Drive for Agriculture in the Classroom is set for Monday, August 17th throughout the county.
Along the Rock: Tomato Troubles! Common Tomato Problems, Pests & Diseases Explained
Tomatoes may be one of the most popular garden crops, but they also come with their share of challenges.
Open Forum at Next Twin City Conservatives Meeting
The Twin City Conservatives next meeting will be on Saturday, August 22nd at A’s Kitchen in Rock Falls at 8:30 a.m.